Deputy Sheriff I/II (Experienced Level/Lateral Transfer)

Full Job Description

Stanislaus County is accepting lateral transfer applications from current Deputy Sheriff I/II.

Please click here for more details on Stanislaus County’s Lateral Transfer Hiring Incentives

Stanislaus County Personnel Policy defines lateral transfers as persons with permanent or probationary status employed in another public agency and originally hired in that agency through a competitive process in the same or comparable classification requiring similar minimum qualifications.

Additionally, the candidate must be currently employed with another governmental organization at the time of the conditional offer of employment.

• Civil Division
• Contract Cities
• Coroners Facility
• Court Services
• Detectives
• Special Vehicles Operations unit
• StanCATT
• Stanislaus Drug Enforcement Agency
• Traffic/Motors

• Aero Squadron
• Bomb Team
• Dive Team
• Honor Guard
• K-9
• Mounted Unit
• S.W.A.T.

Requirements

Patrol assigned areas for the protection of life and property;Serve legal papers such as subpoenas, summons, complaints, and writs of attachment, execution and restitution;Collect fees due the County;Serve warrants and makes arrests;Conduct coroner's investigations and secure property;Investigate accidents;Administer first aid;Receive and answer complaints;Prepare reports and keep routine records;Interrogate persons suspected of crimes;Prepare evidence for court presentation;Appear in court as a witness or arresting officer;Transport prisoners;Work in the courts as a Bailiff;Perform identification and photographic work; andWork administrative or special assignments.

Qualifications SKILLS/ABILITIESSecure information from witnesses and suspects;Write clear and comprehensive reports;Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and strength;Understand written and oral instructions;Make independent decisions while working in the field;Work with and control sensitive, confidential information; andOperate a motor vehicle.KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations; andCriminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.PATTERN I--EXPERIENCED LEVEL Have successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; AND One (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency with less than a three (3) year break in service, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC.; ANDMust have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility.Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.

Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.PATTERN II--LATERAL TRANSFERHave successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy; ANDMust be currently employed in a California law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of full time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC; ANDMust have your basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility.

ANDMust possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.

Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.You must submit a copy of your valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE.In addition to the above minimum qualifications you must meet the following:Graduation from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test; ANDPhysical/manipulative abilities required by the department; ANDMental/cognitive abilities required by the department; ANDPossess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate within six (6) months from the date of appointment; ANDPossess and maintain a valid California Driver's License; ANDNot less than 21 years of age at time of appointment; ANDMust meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.DEPUTY SHERIFF IITwo (2) years of full time experience equivalent to a Stanislaus County Deputy Sheriff I; ANDMust meet the minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031; ANDMust possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.

Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification; ANDSuccessful completion of:Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) - 24 hoursDriving Under the Influence (DUI) Training - 16 hours11550 Health and Safety Training or the equivalent approved by the Sheriff's Department Administration - 16 hoursBasic Traffic Collision Investigation Training - 40 hoursNote: No felony convictions.

Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSPhysically perform essential job functions typical of the duties of Deputy Sheriff;Read or see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting, and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity to permit their recording or accurate description (i.e., persons, vehicles, license numbers, addresses, street signs, items of property, written messages, printed material, etc.);Hear normal speech and other audible events, even in combination with other environmental noise (i.e., gunshots, cries for help, glass breaking, alarm bells ringing, etc.); andAbility to sit or stand for long periods of time; walk, run, jump, kneel, crouch, twist, stoop, squat, crawl and climb; carry the average weight of a person (approximately 165 pounds); take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest; work indoors and outdoors, including extreme heat and cold; tolerate extreme noise and vibrations; work in a confined working space; work with chemicals, explosive materials, and mechanical and electrical hazards.Note: No felony convictions.

Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of a crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment in a Federal penitentiary or State prison.The Deputy Sheriff I a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification.

For more information please click here. Additional Information APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date.

Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application.

Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application.

The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.EXAMINATION PROCESSMost County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles.

The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.Application Review and Screening: Applications are carefully screened based on information provided.

Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.

Supplemental Questionnaire - Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing.

The supplemental questionnaire is considered part of the application and may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position.

ALL APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COMPLETED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

Eligible Lists:Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

As part of the selection process, candidates will be expected to pass a(n):In-depth background investigation including completion and review of a Personal History Statement;

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: Continuous but may close at anytime
Physical Examination: TBD
Oral Examination: TBD

If you meet the requirements stated herein, you may compete in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not assure your participation in the recruitment. Unsatisfactory results in any aspect of the foregoing, including background investigation findings, may result in removal from the eligible list and disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment/hiring process.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.



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